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MH02 DBV

2002 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,714 mi
Last recorded143,714 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH02 DBV
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2024 143,714 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 135,227 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front shocker corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front shocker corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2022 130,781 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021
Pass 6 Apr 2020 121,780 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 115,452 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 111,653 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 108,280 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 104,757 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 100,139 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2014 94,479 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 86,153 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 79,389 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 72,290 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 62,871 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 54,777 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 44,537 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight play in steering rack bushes

Pass 14 Mar 2007 29,346 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 14,054 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus SC430?

Based on 47,597 MOT tests across 2,431 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
3,052
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,270
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 575
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 444
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 431
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 329
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MH02 DBV is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus SC430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,270 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MH02 DBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus SC430 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MH02 DBV registered?

MH02 DBV is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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